Shabby Chic Wedding Decorations on the Cheap

11/4/2018

My dear friend Aisha just got married and had a lovely ceremony and reception.

We had a blast dancing, eating good food, and celebrating their new life together.

In another blog, I'll tell you all about the wedding, but in this one, I just want to tell you about the decorations.

The lovely Shabby Chic decorations were created and set up by my young friend Marielle. At 17, she is already a gift artist and creative decorator. She turned attic and thrift store finds into lovely treasure that were a delight to my eyes.

I am so impressed with Marielle's work that I have to share these decorations with you so that you can do them for your own or a loved one's wedding.

I hope these beautiful wedding decorations will inspire you to seek out treasure in your attics or nearby thrift store and come up with some just-as-amazing wedding decor as Marielle did.

Happy Decorating!
Meredith Curtis

This was hands-down my favorite decoration at the wedding: my mom's old typewriter made lovely with tulle, silk roses, and ivy on the card and gift table.

When we got to the church to set up, we found this and decided to add it to our candy bar.

Do you like the changes we made. The pink rose garland and removal of all the fall decor turned it into a shabby chic wedding decoration.

Vintage Suitcase Card Holder

This suitcase was my grandmother's and I store old letters in it. Look how Marielle transformed it with tulle, ivy, and roses.

Reception Schedule

After cleaning and staining the pallet, Marielle painted the schedule on in white.

Don't you love how a touch of ivy completes the vintage look?

Seating Chart & Photo Display

Seating Chart. More beautiful wood stained by Marielle and her father. The wood stand and light touch of ivy are perfect!

An empty frame with photos clothespinned to rows of twine.

Love One Another Table

The message of marriage: we love because HE first loved us. Love the writing! Also love the sweet touches of a lantern, pitcher, and roses.

Guest Tables

First step: White tablecloth, burlap runner topped with lace runner. The centerpiece is a slab of wood covered with a doily. Two teacups are added to the runner. Another awesome touch is the burlap and lace silverware holders.